Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the challenges and necessary improvements in the environmental impact assessment (EIA) approval process at the grassroots level, emphasizing the need for enhanced training and supervision to ensure quality and efficiency in project approvals [1][2]. Group 1: Current Issues in EIA Approval - The continuous delegation of EIA approval authority to local environmental departments has led to concerns about the quality of approvals, particularly in regions with insufficient regulatory capacity [1] - A report from Hunan Province highlighted that 15 out of 18 criticized environmental impact reports were approved by county-level departments, indicating significant quality issues in grassroots approvals [1] Group 2: Recommendations for Improvement - It is recommended that training programs be established to help grassroots departments systematically learn approval standards and utilize national EIA technical assessment platforms for expert guidance [2] - The establishment of a tracking and supervision system for EIA approvals is suggested, allowing higher-level departments to assess the implementation of delegated approval tasks and adjust them as necessary to maintain quality [2]